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Monday, April 28, 2008

Nonprofit Workshops for May

The Idaho Nonprofit Center is offering two workshops for Nonprofit organizations on May 6th.

"Nurturing Your Donors during Economic Turmoil"
What can you as a staff and board do to minimize the impact of the current economic turmoil on your organization? Come learn the organizational philosophy of donor stewardship, how to step up contributions from previous giving levels and how to do it all over the long haul. You'll gain:

  • An understanding of donor stewardship as an organizational philosophy/attitude
  • Knowledge of methods for removing roadblocks to incorporating donor stewardship into your organizational culture
  • Three new strategies for immediate implementation for improving donor engagement
Presenters: Kristin Prieur of WhiteRock Consulting and Laurel York Odell of Concepts in Writing, Inc.

Half Day workshop - $65/ person

"Proven Strategies to Strengthen Your Board"
What defines an exceptional board and how can you become one? How do board members stay engaged, enthusiastic and committed to the organization's mission? This workshop is ideal for board members and executives who want their organization to thrive and not just survive. You will learn how you as board members can reach your full potential by:
  • Focusing meetings on mission-based topics and actions
  • Creating effective committees
  • Operating with specific and clear job descriptions
  • Engaging in techniques to attract, retain and motivate board members
  • Tackling that thorny problem of fundraising
Presenters: Lynn Hoffmann, Idaho Nonprofit Development Center Executive Director, Russ Lowder, Idaho Nonprofit Development Center Training Director.

Half Day workshop - $65/person

Morning Workshops will be held from 8:30 a.m. to Noon, afternoon workshops will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost to attend both workshops is $125 and includes lunch.

For more information or to register, click HERE